What must be created to link Copado with a CodeScan account?

To link Copado with a CodeScan account, a license must be created. This license serves as a formal agreement between the user and CodeScan, granting permission to use their services and resources. Establishing this connection is crucial because it enables Copado to access CodeScan's features, such as code quality analysis and reporting. Without a valid license, the integration would not be authorized, and the functionalities that enhance development workflows would be unavailable.

The other options do not fulfill the requirement for integration. A plugin configuration is typically related to settings within software that allow it to work with other tools, but it does not serve as the official linkage mechanism. An API key is used for authenticating and enabling programmatic access between services, but its creation would usually be part of the broader effort dependent on having a proper license first. A user account is necessary for individuals to log in and use the CodeScan service, but it does not establish the integration between Copado and CodeScan itself. Therefore, obtaining a license is the correct action to take for linking these two systems effectively.